Medical Scientific Lead for Obesity Therapeutic Area

22 hours ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Amgen SA Full time

Amgen SA Clinical Trial Role Overview

This is a pivotal opportunity to drive clinical excellence in the Obesity Therapeutic Area in Denmark, with some support to the other Nordic countries. The successful candidate will emphasize scientific and medical leadership, focusing on accelerating clinical trials recruitment, ensuring subject retention, engaging with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and supporting the strategic execution of medical programs.

Job Description

This role demands a high level of scientific expertise, strategic thinking, and collaboration to drive clinical excellence and support the successful execution of medical strategies and clinical trials in Denmark. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and local regulations, as well as experience with clinical trials, particularly in study start-up and recruitment phases.

Main Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure efficient trial start-up, subject enrollment, retention, and execution.
  • Identify and map KOLs, clinical leaders, investigators, and research centers in relevant therapy areas, and engage them in clinical trial activities according to the local engagement plan.
  • Provide scientific and medical expertise during site selection, initiation visits, and throughout the trial phases, including study close-out activities as requested.
  • Lead discussions with clinical experts to guide trial execution and ensure site staff are thoroughly trained on the scientific background of the trials.
  • Support resolving medical challenges and provide expert medical guidance to clinical staff, including the creation and delivery of training programs.

Scientific Engagement

  • Engage in peer-to-peer scientific exchange with KOLs and other relevant stakeholders as needed to advance the company's scientific platform and implement projects aiming to improve patient outcomes in the obesity therapy area.
  • Collect, analyze, and share early scientific insights by discussing development data with external experts and local medical teams, and engaging with medical societies and patient advocacy groups.
  • Act as a therapeutic area expert and provide leadership in the scientific community through advisory boards, scientific and educational meetings, and interactions with medical societies and HCP associations aligned with local medical teams.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Degree in Natural Sciences (e.g., PhD, MSc, MD).
  • Minimum 3 years of experience within the biopharmaceutical industry.
  • Strong scientific acumen and the ability to communicate complex medical information effectively to diverse stakeholders.

Salary Information

The estimated salary range for this position is approximately €80,000 - €120,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. This figure includes base salary, bonuses, and additional benefits.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and bonus structure.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • A collaborative and dynamic work environment.

About Amgen SA

Amgen SA is a leading global biotechnology company driven by our mission to serve patients. We focus on innovative medicines that address unmet medical needs, and we strive to be a trusted partner for healthcare providers and patients worldwide.



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